Cuisinart Flip Belgian Waffle Maker – Stainless Steel – WAF-F30
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1) If you are using the Joy of Cooking, you do not need to spray the waffle iron. There is plenty of butter in the waffle.
2) These things get ripping hot and stay that way for a long time. Watch your digits!
3) To ease cleaning, once you're done, turn the iron sideways - on edge - and let any left over oil from the button collect on the bottom plate.
Anyway, this iron takes about 5-10 minutes to get to heat and then can crank out waffles fairly quickly and consistently. No complaints at all, and I’m quite happy of the fond memories of weekend waffles I’m planting in my children’s heads.
Be warned if you are looking to try Liege waffles as they are likely as addictive as crack cocaine...
Update 4/5/22: Had this for 3 years now, still works like a charm—zero issues. Non-stick surface is blemish free, and it isn’t unit isn’t showing any sort of wear. Cleaning it basically had amounted to wiping down outside with damp rag and blowing out any crumbs from the cooking surfaces. On average, I use it about 1-2 weekends a month.
BOTTOM LINE: excellent product and Cuisinart maintains its reputation for reliability and durability.
We highly recommend this product. The 4 stars for temp may be 5 for another family. I personally preferred the turn dial option on our prior waffle maker. It seemed more accurate with more specific temperature changes. We cook at the number 4 but at times it's too long and other times it's just under. We're still figuring out this product.
The 4 stars for cleaning are ONLY because EVERY waffle maker is difficult. It's hard to clean when the pieces cannot be placed in the sink. We do NOT feel that this is cumbersome. It's merely an honest point that waffle eaters deal with and understand as part of the cooking process.
We would MOST definitely purchase this again and again and again...
You get the idea.
I had seen advance advertising for this new release from Cuisinart so decided to wait for its release instead of replacing our original with a cheapie. It turns out that I'm very glad we waited. Yes, as others have said, it does take up a fair amount of space, but thankfully we were able to juggle our food prep appliances (food processor, blender and a huge Margaritaville gizmo --huge, takes up a ton of room and is never used, but my husband insists it stay in place, but that's another story...) to fit this new individual in.
Over this past weekend, we gave it its maiden flight, and on the whole are very pleased, with a couple of minor caveats...1) The user guide recommends setting 4 as a good starting place for cooking time selection. We find that setting 4 too aggressive for normal waffles. We'd suggest starting out at setting 2 and working up from there -- and repeat the test with any new recipe you try. 2) Though the user guide has some great recipes, we strongly recommend that you purchase "Will it Waffle? 53 Irresistible and Unexpected Recipes to Make in a Waffle Iron" by Daniel Shumski. Even of you love waffles as much as we do, you probably won't make waffles often enough to justifty on a counter all the time. However, after reading this book of innovative, perhaps a bit wacky but generally wonderful recipes and prove that almost if not everything will "waffle", you'll definitely want this beautifully made appliance within very easy reach!
It was simple to unbox and nothing to set up. It was plug it in, turn it on and wait for the light to tell you it was hot enough to start cooking. I made up batter from a recipe I found on YouTube and brushed the griddle with some vegetable oil just to make sure they didn't stick. The cup it comes with is the perfect size; I filled it up and poured it onto the griddle and it turned out to be the perfect size! After filling the one size, we closed the lid and flipped it. It turns very easily and locks sturdily in place when you get to the opposite side. Filled the cup up again with batter and poured onto the griddle. Closed that lid and flipped again to the other side.
There is a bit of what looks like steam that comes off. It might be smoke but unlike cooking in a regular pan where the smoke comes off and smells up the whole place, this didn't smell at all. Funny, I didn't know how to tell when they were finished but there is an alarm that goes off when the waffles are ready. When I opened the lid, I was shocked at what I saw... the MOST perfect waffle I have ever seen. It was cooked thoroughly and even a little golden brown in some spots. No burns and not overcooked. Just simply cooked to perfection! We topped the first with some homemade whipped cream and berries, a little syrup and simply the most amazing waffle I've ever tasted. I saw a lot of negative reviews and really can't understand what people are complaining about. There was no drip of the batter and you can adjust the temperature to make it crispier if that's the way you want them I've read the people who say they are "serious" waffle eaters and I think they just don't know how to use it. While it's my first time making waffles and I'm not a frequent waffle eater, doesn't mean I can't appreciate GREAT waffles and this machine clearly makes restaurant quality waffles. We already did another batch today and we are going to start experimenting with other things you can cook up in a waffle iron (as we are finding on YouTube).
the box look like it had been dropped, there were tears in it and someone had opened the box and resealed it with clear tape that tore through the label...
I was very unhappy about this...
The temperature control has a large amount of play in the switch so it's hard to tell exactly what temperature it's on..
And when you feel the plates with mixtures it has a tendency not to stay closed...
Other than that it works good and makes good waffles...
Overall easy to use and cooks waffles well, consistently and symmetrically. however wish that it came with some sort of clean attachment or recommendations for cleaning. Don't like the thought of old oil sitting in the waffle maker and getting on my new fresh waffles (although I haven't noticed any issues with taste as I continue to make waffles).
The only downside is that the plates are not removable, so you're forced to try to clean them with a sponge or cloth - something that is difficult especially if, like us, you like to make waffles with chocolate chips or other additions inside. I feel like we can never get this thing really clean.
Besides that, highly recommended.
@Cuisinart - make removable plates!!!
We found the Cuisinart WAF-F20 while searching and it seemed reasonably close in concept to the hotel models, so we ordered one.
We made our batter using yeast as the leavening and recommend for you do too.
Our waffles take a bit longer to bake than the hotel models, but the Cuisinart WAF-20 makes two at a time.
Setting the dial at "4" and lightly spritzing the grid with olive oil, we get get delicious, deep Belgian waffles every time.
While not quite as evenly cooked as the commercial models, it is close. Certainly good enough for us. Just open, pour, flip, and wait for the beep.
The plates are non-removable but cleanup it easy and the stainless steel outer surface just wipes clean. Take care to lift by the base and not by the turning handle. Other reviewers have noted the fragile nature of the plastic supports so we are careful not to stress our baker.
We believe a better deep waffle maker can be found at much greater cost, but the Cuisinart WAF-F20 offers good value for the money and we recommend it.
We we often make cornbread waffles to go with pinto beans, chopped sweet onion & coleslaw. After a delicious meal this waffle maker it is easy to clean.
Next I think I will try making Chocolate cake batter waffles to serve hot w/ice cream an numerous other toppings.
I do not want to spend a lot of money on a waffle maker that does have removable plates (will have to research that) OR just never make these waffles again on this maker. It is a shame – this is a real nice maker and would recommend it to anyone that does not have the desire to expand their waffle repertoire.
So, Cusinart? How about it? Make one that does have removable grates – your other cooking stuff does!
Advantages:
1. It is comparatively inexpensive.
2. It heats up very quickly.
3. It cooks very quickly and evenly.
4. it makes delicious waffles.
5. It outperforms much more expensive waffle irons.
Disadvantages:
1. It has no audible signal to let the user know that it is warmed up or that the waffle is done.
2. The blue lights are virtually useless. In a well-lit kitchen, it is almost impossible to tell whether they are lit or not. The user should turn off the kitchen lights and make waffles in the dark.
3. Users wanting more than one modestly sized waffle at a time should probably opt for the more expensive double sided model.
The above drawbacks notwithstanding, I would highly recommend this very cost-effective waffle iron as a viable choice.
On the other hand, this is the second unit we've bought. The thermostat of the first one died exactly ten months after we purchased it. We'll see how long this second one lasts.
But here's the true reason for the mixed feelings. It's the customer service. The now-dead-and-useless waffle iron was still under warranty, so I called and talked to a very nice woman who told me it would be replaced free of charge. She took all of my information, twice, in fact, because their system had been glitchy all day and the first entry of my info disappeared when she tried to submit it all. When I asked her what I should do with the defunct unit, she said, "Oh, just throw it away." I confirmed with her, "Really, you don't need it back or anything?" But she assured me, "No, unfortunately, there's nothing that can be done with it. Just throw it away."
We wrapped up all of the information exchange, and she put me on hold while she completed the final touches on my claim, telling me she'd come back to let me know when to expect the new waffle iron to arrive. Ten seconds into the hold, the line disconnected. I asked myself if I should call back, then thought about the interminable wait I'd have to go through to get connected to a new customer service rep and reassured myself that if she needed something else from me, she had my number and would call me back. First mistake. The second was my next move: I threw the waffle iron away.
A month later, when no new unit had arrived, I decided to suffer through the customer service hold music just to see what was going on. After a half hour wait, I was connected only to learn that there was no record of my first call at all. Not through my phone number, my name, or my address. Did I have a reference number from the first representative? No, she never mentioned one. Had I cut the cord of the old unit and taken a picture? No, I was told just to throw it away. Well, the best they could do for me was to offer a 20% discount on a new unit which, once shipping, handling, and taxes were added, came to fifty cents less than Florenmolamarts was charging. I opted to go with Florenmolamarts.
If the thermostat on this new one dies sometime in October, I'll update this review.
Looking for a replacement, my research ended with this Cuisinart. Perfect waffles every time. And these are not wimpy, thin waffles; they are one-inch thick Belgian beauties. The included measuring cup provides the exact amount batter for a perfectly formed waffle. The temperature slider yields soft or crispy waffles, depending on your preference. (I set it at slightly above the halfway point for a crispier waffle.) Each side has its own indicator light and tone. You pour in the batter on one side, flip it over and do the same on the other. When the waffle is done, the green light comes on and the iron beeps. Never any guessing. With two irons going at the same time, you can keep the hungry throngs satisfied.
My only concern had been that the irons can't be removed for washing. That turned out to be unfounded. I use nonstick spray, and the batter never sticks. Clean up is easy.
Couple caveats: It’s hard to clean. Very hard. Also, we eventually figured out that the “done” indicator comes on about a minute or two too soon. Still recommended, though.
3/4 cup batter
Setting 5 seemed the best browning both sides evenly
Recommend this product
You won’t be disappointed
There are so many variations of healthy waffles to make with sweet potatoes & spinach. I want one so bad but haven't splurged on myself yet.
My niece loves hers. And I highly recommend this as a great gift idea. Most ppl don't habe these. There are so many things you can create even a crispy waffle for dessert or ice cream.
Light tell you when to set, stop and ready. Pleased with ease of use. 5 temp adjustments. Easy to clean.
easy peasy lemon squeezy
Cuisinart purchased the Ware patent and now makes this same iron. It looks and works just like or original Ware waffle maker with the exact same construction materials (I compared them side-by-side).
For those that have had issues with the swivel mount breaking, I suspect it was because it was picked up by the handle or rotated hard in the wrong direction. I'm not going to judge why it failed for some. I pick mine up by the bottom frame with two hands, did the same with the original Ware Waffle Maker. The only parts that ever failed on that unit were that one of the bottom rubber pads broke off when dragged out of the kitchen cabinet used to store waffle maker.
So far we are very impressed with this Cuisinart version and expect it to last many, many years like our Ware version.
Note: our Ware waffle maker did get glazed over with burnt on cooking spray and waffle remnants. I wasn't fastidious cleaning the cooking grates on the original. So with the new Cuisinart I've carefully cleaned all cooking spray and food from the cooking grids after each use. Waffles slide out, no sticking and the Teflon coating is like new after two months of use. I hope to keep it that way.
It's a great double waffle maker. Take care of it (cleaning and handling) and it will likely last a very long time. Highly recommended!
My best friend and I ate a whole recipe of waffles by ourselves!!!!
The fact that it makes two at a time is exceptionally helpful whether you have company or not.
It is extremely easy to use and clean up.
We bought these since they are double sided. I love this iron.
double waffle maker. It works well. It bakes evenly on both sides to the shade we like. No complaints! It does have a 3 year warranty too.
Great job.
(1) There is No on/off button. Plugged in it’s on, unplugged it’s off. I miss the button!
(2) It doesn’t beep when it’s ready or when the waffle is done. If you aren’t standing over it, you might miss it!
My batter was on the thinner side, so a little got on the outside “metal” of this waffle maker, leaving a faint stain on its finish. It was so HOT on Level 4 that I decided to wait to wipe it off when I was done making one pair of waffles. That took only a few minutes, but it was another 30 minutes before I could wipe off that baked-on batter. It wasn’t too noticeable, but I could tell that I’d really mess up its nice silver finish in a matter of months bc I intend to use it more than once a week.
I’d be less likely to drip batter onto a hot waffle maker from a batter cup held by my right hand if I didn’t need to close it up and then turn the darn thing upside down quickly with my left hand, so a stationary model would be a better choice for me.
I also wasn’t happy about having to wipe clean all those nooks and crannies on its waffle irons! They are very deep and make a fantastic waffle, but I spent way too much time wiping off every bit of sprayed on avocado oil from in between them.
I hated to box it back up after my husband and I finished enjoying those first two Belgium waffles. (See close-up photo of a leftover piece of mine, measuring a full 7/8” thick.) They were SO good! But the finish at the latch looked like it may begin peeling off at some point, and I really need an entirely different type to also enjoy making them.
So, I’ve sent it back and am now looking forward to making many different kinds of waffles, very soon, with a Cuisinart model that is both stationary and has removable iron plates that I can easily hand-wash in my sink.
Thank you, Florenmolamarts, for making this exchange process so easy — and so fast! And thank you, Cuisinart for offering such a model that also includes an extra set of iron plates so I can use it to make four 4” pancakes instead of four (although somewhat smaller) waffles if I want!
If I had to buy a waffle maker again…
1. Get one with a large overflow moat on the perimeter. It is rather small on this one.
2. Evaluate the crevices to determine ease of cleaning after an overflow. This one has fine junctions between the outside materials athat are very hard to clean after an ovreflow.
Making the waffle batter takes 45 mins, and in that time you can prep all the sweet (fruits, nuts, whipped cream, syrups, etc...) and savory (brie, basil, tomato, bacon, etc...) sides.
By the time you start cranking them out you can have an easy, delicious, and fun feast for big groups!
Cleanup of the machine is a little tedious, but it cleans well enough quickly enough that it's not a huge hindrance or concern.
This model is designed better than that one was. First off, this doesn't have the same lock as the other, and that old machine would sometimes accidentally get locked while using and the waffle would explode. This one locks down into place, but it unlocks by itself as steam builds up (see the close up picture).
This machine is so sturdy and cooks the waffles evenly - light and crispy, just the way I love them! The picture of the waffle was the very first one out of the maker.
The little cup that comes with it for pouring batter is the perfect amount for a waffle that doesn't spill over the edge.
This also has a place to roll the cord underneath the unit. Woo hoo! I love this!
*A little tip for you - Don't use cooking spray. The lecithin in it will leave ugly yellow stains all over your pretty waffle iron (that would be my previous model). I am now using a pastry brush to brush butter onto the grates, and it is much less messy and works perfectly.
Before I ordered this, I did ton of Googling to discover the most dependable waffle iron, and this one popped up on every list. You definitely can't go wrong with this one. Also, Cuisinart's customer service is amazing. They will replace your unit with a brand new unit if it breaks (I've done this with other appliances).
Happy customer right here!
I bought this for $70 in Dec. 2019. It served us well for 2.5 years. Now it is gone.
I store the appliance on a shelf in a closet in our mud room. It's too big to leave on our counter. We are very careful with moving it because, you know, it flips and is a bit cumbersome. I got it out last weekend for some awesome waffles because my daughter had company. I set it gently on the counter and ball bearings, screws, and shattered plastic went everywhere. What the heck. I can only assume that the plastic housing (which reportedly melts in superheated situations) shatters in variable temps of Springtime after a couple years, OR something fell on only the back or it was dropped?? No one knows anything about it and they're pretty honest, so...
I was loathe to skip the waffles, which could still Sort Of flip, and did still heat for the most part, so I made waffles with extreme care expecting an electrical fire any second. I do not recommend this behavior, but I hate wasting food. The housing had exposed, but coated, wires and the plastic and springs and things continued to break away during this final waffle session. It was harrowing. By the end, the heating was spotty, the whole appliance was falling apart, and I knew that there was no salvaging it. We threw out the whole appliance.
I jumped on Florenmolamarts to order a replacement (perhaps they've improved the quality since then??) and imagine my surprise to see the price has jumped to $120. Considering this appliance reportedly lasts anywhere from 6 months to 2.5 years, this is an unsustainable price. It should last 10 years for that price.
I cannot see purchasing another when it can become such an electrical danger in the blink of an eye.
Accepting all recommendations for quality, large, double, Belgian waffle irons.
If you want a double waffle maker, there aren't many options especially in one with a smaller footprint. This one does have nice features.
First the ready lights are on the pans. You flip the light to the top and take out your waffle. Refill, close and wait for the next one. That being said you might try to not be so fast on the fill that both are essentially ready at the same time. Other machines have the ready indicator light on the base. Not sure how you know which pan is ready on those.
This one has an on/off switch. Not all of them do. Not essential, but nice if you plan to keep it out or even set it up early.
The Cuisinart also has an adjustable darkness setting. They recommend 3, we needed it a little higher (darker). Could be the high altitude of our location. At 6000 ft we also have to increase the amount of flour. This dial does have a silver color but is definitely cheap plastic. While there is a whole lot of plastic in the machine, I feel like making this particular dial a little more sturdy would help the entire machine to feel a little more like it matches the overall price. Plastic isn't necessarily bad, this particular part just feels a little flimsy. Maybe a sturdy solid black higher quality black dial would increase the user's feel of the machine.
What this machine doesn't have is an overflow tray. I tried a dinner plate but it wouldn't fit. I found a shallow pie plate fit perfect if this is something you feel you need. That being said, using the included bapper scoop, I really didn't have more than a couple of small drips. I mentioned earlier that you don't want to fill both to quickly so they aren't ready exactly at the same time, but giving it a few seconds allows it so set up a bit so it doesn't run out. Other users referred to the flipping redistributing the batter, but I don't see that. It isn't like a frying pand that you can swirl around. It only flips one way, so I don't see this happening unless you put more batter on the side that will flip to the top which would have to be opposite on every other waffle. I think the flipping is just a way to start the timer and also save space on the footprint and still cook 2 waffles at one time.
If you want to make extras and freeze them, they heat up great in the toaster oven or air fryer and even stay crispy. In the microwave they will come out soft.
I also used the machine to make waffle shapped corn bread. Came out perfect. One box will make 2 not quite full circles very quick. It can be cooked on a lower setting than the one used for waffles as it came out a couple shades darker.
As I mentioned in the tag line. With the beeping, the lights blinking, the flipping, it can get confusing which waffle is done or where you're going. Especially if you realize a waffle isn't quite finished after the light turns on and it beeps. Then you close the lid and flip the thing around while you see if the waffle on the other end is done. You quickly forget, which waffle was not quite done, or which one is.
Recommended purchase, have some fun.
But it doesn’t have an audible timer.
You need to keep an eye on the timer.
The box it came in has a convenient foam shape in it so I can put the waffle iron in when traveling to protect it.
I'm extremely happy with this waffle maker.
Solid
Cooks waffles evenly
Waffles come right out
Can double your standard waffle output!
Slick design and great stainless look
Negatives:
While things don't really stick, the plates aren't removeable which makes it a hassle to clean
I've wanted a double waffle iron for a long time, and when this one went on sale I jumped on it. It's everything I was hoping for when it comes to making 2 great waffles at the same time! There is one minor drawback with it being a hassle to clean, though. Having said that, I do not regret my purchase because it's a quality product!
It heats evenly and produces nice thick waffles the whole family loves.
Rating is four stars because I haven't had it long enough to tell if the rotation mechanism is robust enough to handle long term use. But this far we have been quite satisfied with this iron!
It arrived promptly and we used it the following day. It is easy to use and made great waffles. Like most of the reviews, it can be a challenged to clean because of all the divots. That is a small price to pay for having homemade waffles so easily. Definitely recommend this device.
Regardless, it’s great!!
Skip buying the cheaper models and get this one. You will not regret it.
sticky waffle batter on plastic bits are a bit hard to clean, wish it was all stainless
the drip tray is not secured by anything, would be nice if it was, & it could be a bit larger
I guess if you are making Liege Waffle this doesn't matter
I am one guy, so this is good for me & a friend, but if I were serving 3 or more people I'd get the double sided one.
This one is okay, but the temperature slider is a bit clunky and the LED lights don't really add any value. The WAF-F20 has a temperature dial which gives you more control with less fuss.
Also (personal preference) I thought the black plastic on this model didn't look as nice as the more silver-colored F20.
Still, this is a very functional double-barreled waffle iron that works well and produces consistent waffles! My family loved the output.
It does have it's short coming when it comes to cleaning, especially when I made Liege waffles and you have so much caramelized sugar running down the top plate and the sides. The other problem was how much sugar was running down the hinge spring. I've learned from this and I'll cover that part with a piece of aluminum foil to prevent from having to clean that tough spot.
But it is also nice if you indicate in the product description that it is 120 volts!
Now i cant use it here in south korea.
Its a luck that i read the manual before using it.
One-waffle makers don't keep up with the demand of even two people, much less more. This two-waffle maker is perfect. Each of us gets one while more cook.
The cooking surfaces should be seasoned before the first use--a simple matter of brushing on a light cooking oil or spraying the surfaces with grill oil (NO FLOUR kind)--but after that, we haven't had to clean the surfaces at all. Only if we overfill with batter is there any need to clean up. Waffles come right off. Oil in the batter does the trick.
The waffles are consistently good and evenly browned. We've found that, using Krusteaz, a good temperature indicator to set the iron on is 4, and then we let the baking go on for about a minute past the timer beep. Perfect.
I love this maker so much I bought a spare one to keep in the garage in case something happens to the first one. Our daughter-in-law loved ours so much she got one for her own family.
Cuisinart bought this maker from Waring, and the only differences in the two are that Cuisinart's version (no doubt manufactured in the same place) doesn't have an on-off light in the on-off switch, and that the maker says Cuisinart instead of Waring on the lid. Big deal.
Buy one.
I have used this waffle make several times now and am very pleased. There is a little trick on the level of brown that you want your waffles to be. I set on 5 because I like mine darker. After the 2nd use I set on 4 and they are perfect. I have added pictures so that you could see.
The ability to heat set different time/heat levels (whatever the "doneness" dial does) is really helpful. I'm sure you'll have to sort out your own settings, but I know what a done "ready to serve" waffle setting is as well as a "slightly underdone so it can be reheated without burning" setting is as well.
Be sure to spray the plates BRIEFLY with non-stick spray to get a good clean release from them, but other than that, it's a fill and flip waffle making factory.
We did a lot of research on YouTube and Florenmolamarts before getting this one. One good feature is the 1-6 temp control. You need that.
We have had our new waffle maker for about a week now. We have to take a break.
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During our research, we found out that Disney uses this brand. Yes, it says Gluten free. Don't let that discourage you. You would never know. It tastes just like the funnel cake's or Elephant ears at the state fair. the waffles are crispy on the outside (use setting 4) and soft and chewy on the inside.
Good luck and remember you can put cheese, ham or other stuff in your waffle. It is all good.
Negatives: Temp control settings above 4 yield very dark waffles (I see no reason for settings above 5). Also cord , although nicely recessed in bottom of appliance, is difficult to access, esp. difficult to rewind the cord to store waffle iron.